Eitzen City Council members heard several positive compliments about the town’s Fourth of July celebration including the fireworks which went off with a bang. The mayor said that he would like to see some numbers and expects that the Lions Club will have some at their meeting following this night’s council meeting. Mayor Adamson called the July 11 regularly scheduled meeting of … [Read more...]
A trifecta at St. Mary’s Catholic Church
A large crowd gather Sunday, June 25 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Caledonia to celebrate three milestones. The 150th anniversary of catholic history in Caledonia, the 80th birthday of Sister Michaeline Healy, and Father Matt Wagner’s last weekend as St. Mary’s pastor. The church’s history is embroidered on a quilt that was on exhibit during Sunday’s celebration. Each … [Read more...]
No more lifting for Caledonia ambulance department
The Caledonia City Council at its June 26 meeting, unanimously approved moving forward with the purchase of a power load cot for the city’s old ambulance, Unit 257, at a cost of $50,578.24 from Stryker Medical plus approximately $1,200 for Everest Emergency Vehicles, Inc. to install it. Everest estimates that they will have it installed by September 29, 2023. Caledonia … [Read more...]
What haven’t they done?
The woman who has done everything, Elsie Babler, owns and operates Elsie’s Restaurant with her husband Lee in downtown Caledonia. She spouted off a list of other jobs – pig farmer, turkey farmer, mortgage broker, trucking dispatcher, cook, bartender, and the list goes on and on that she has held throughout her lifetime. Now she is expanding her resume to include running a … [Read more...]
It’s farmers market season
Fresh, nutritious, and delicious tasting veggies are now in season! Shoppers will now find a large selection of veggies. In addition to veggies, shoppers will find a selection of jams, pickles, mushrooms, jerky, fish, beef, wine, flowers, homemade pie and bread, handmade dog treats, baby ducks and chicks, handcrafted items like potholders and scrubbers and dish towels, … [Read more...]
Deputy Nagle recognized for life saving measures
Houston County Deputy Calvin Nagle was recognized at the June 26 Houston County commission meeting for performing life-saving measures at the scene of an accident involving a motorcycle and truck. Nagle responded from Spring Grove to an accident involving a motorcycle and truck at the intersection of Highway 44 and Houston County Road 4 on May 23. Houston County Sheriff Brian … [Read more...]
Welcome to Amish Country!
Remember to include a visit to the Amish community on your next trip to southeast Minnesota. One hundred fifty Amish families, about 1,000 Amish, live in the rich agricultural area surrounding the communities of Harmony and Canton. Visitors can either tour the area on their own, listen to an audio tour while touring, or take a guided tour. Amish Experience of Lanesboro sells … [Read more...]
Spring Grove moves forward on fall referendum
The Spring Grove School Board, during its June 21 meeting, authorized Superintendent Rachel Udstuen to “submit all required information to the Commissioner of Education to request Review and Comment for the acquisition and betterment of school sites and facilities for a November 7, 2023, special election. The project would be financed through the issuance of School Building … [Read more...]
M-C 2023-24 budget approved
The Mabel-Canton School Board unanimously approved the 2023-24 preliminary budget at the June 20 meeting. The projected 2023-24 enrollment is a total of 274 students (250 Minnesota residents, and 24 Iowa residents), down four Decorah students. Business Manager Aimee Lake explained that the school will receive a lot of new funding this year, and since the school has yet to … [Read more...]
Houston County holds public hearing
The Houston County Commission held a public hearing before the regularly scheduled commission meeting on June 13, to hear comments from Houston County community members regarding the updated comprehensive land use plan. Evan Monson from DKA gave an overview of the plan and was available to answer questions and listen to comments from community members, along with two of his … [Read more...]